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Deputy Director, Office of Emergency Operations
Job Location:
Job Location:
Baltimore, MD - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 87253 - 112878
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
29 September 2026 (29 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
27 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Introduction
When you join the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) you join a team of more than 5000 employees across the state dedicated to positively changing the lives of more than 1 million Marylanders each year. We do this by providing economic support preventive services and caring for children and adults.
We aim to deliver services so that we more quickly meet the needs of the people we serve. At DHS we grapple with hard questions to find new ways to foster a culture of bold innovation. We do this to ensure that in Maryland we leave no one behind.
This is a Management Service position that serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.
GRADE
20
LOCATION OF POSITION
Maryland Department of Human Services
Division of Administrative Operations
25. S. Charles St.
Baltimore MD 21201
Main Purpose of Job
The Deputy Director of the Office of Emergency Operations directs and coordinates the Departments emergency preparation response and recovery operations statewide as mandated by the State Emergency Operations Plan (SEOP) both during steady-state and emergency operations. The position establishes statewide emergency operations plans and policies and oversees the implementation of such plans and policies at DHS Central and at the LDSSs as required by local plans and position manages 9 staff positions permanently assigned to the Office of Emergency Operations and supervises additional staff assigned to emergency operations during an emergency event.
POSITION DUTIES
- Develop implement and administrate the federal state and local emergency response plans and systems for DHSs Central office and the 24 local Departments of Social Services.
- Coordinate review and update the mandated Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) for DHS and the local departments to ensure the readiness of all relocation and command center sites communication devices and support equipment as certified by the Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM).
- Develop hazard plans conduct risk and vulnerability assessments and coordinate training and preparedness initiatives to mitigate potential emergencies.
- Direct and manage the implementation of the State Administrative Plan (SAP) for Individual Assistance (IA) in coordination with the Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDE.M) and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
- Communicate with all levels of management concerning the preparations and response to emergency situations.
- Communicate and coordinate with facility managers and contractors to ensure back-up power capacity and costs associated with back-up power provisions for communication and operation of State shelters during an emergency incident.
- Coordinate and/or attend meetings briefings conferences and seminars sponsored by federal State and local emergency management agencies as well as partner organizations and outside experts in the field.
- Train the emergency operations coordinators throughout the department.
- Facilitate meetings of federal State and local emergency management agencies and other partner agencies e.g. American Red Cross for the purpose of ensuring the availability of resources for mass care sheltering and emergency assistance for the citizens and visitors of Maryland as a result of a natural or man-made disaster.
- Manage State Shelter Containers (FEMA Shelter Containers were transferred from MDEM to DHS).
- Oversee the maintenance of State shelter information database. The database is to be reviewed and updated annually.
- Conduct annual updates of the local shelter supplies etc. working in conjunction with the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and the local school superintendents.
- Conduct annual State shelter site visits to ensure the continued viability of the facility to be utilized as a state shelter site during or after a natural or man-made disaster.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Five years of supervisory experience in disaster response OSHA CPR shelter operations emergency health services armed forces law enforcement firefighting or similar emergency response environments.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
- Three years of experience creating emergency response plans SOPs and emergency policies.
- Three years of experience managing incident reporting conducting workplace safety assessments or coordinating emergency operations with local state or federal partners.
- One year of experience using computer software such as Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint or Google Docs/Sheets to create reports spreadsheets or presentations. .
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified Better Qualified or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
If you are in State service and are a promotional candidate your salary will be determined in accordance with State of Maryland guidelines.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination will consist of a rating of your education training and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be asked to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The supplemental questionnaire may be used as part of the rating process. Therefore it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
For education obtained outside the U.S. a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service is required prior to hire.
BENEFITS
As an employee of the State of Maryland you will have access to outstanding benefits including: health insurance dental and vision plans offered at a low cost. CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR MORE DETAILS:STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS.
- Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date).
- Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
- Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
- Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
- Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least thirteen (13) holidays per year.
- Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension.
- Positions may be eligible for telework.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online you may mail a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to Maryland Department of Human Services Employment Services Attention: Kendra Young 25 South Charles St Room 1116-L Baltimore Maryland 21201.
If you have any questions concerning the recruitment process for this position please email Kendra Young at ; include the job title and recruitment # in the subject line.
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division at or .
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
Required Experience:
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